Kraft has a sweet deal for parents on Mothers' Day, but it's one you're going to have to be quick about. They're paying for babysitters on Mother's Day, up to $100 per family, until they pay out $50,000. Maybe for the best chance of being the first 500 or so people to submit your receipt you should plan on a breakfast date? Here are some ideas for Mothers' Day Brunch in the Triangle. Here is … [Read more...] about Kraft will pay for your babysitter on Mother’s Day (up to $100)
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
TurtleFest in Holly Springs
Families are invited to TurtleFest, a free festival at Bass Lake Park,900 Bass Lake Road Holly Springs, on Saturday, May 11th, 2019, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Live animal encounters Crafts Carnival games Live music Concessions TurtleFest Student Art Contest More More upcoming festivals … [Read more...] about TurtleFest in Holly Springs
3rd Annual Block Party at Raleigh Raw + Relay
Raleigh Raw Juice Bar & Cafe, at 7 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, offers cold-pressed juice, coffee, lemonade, smoothies, tea, kombucha, beer, oatmeal, poké, smoothie bowls and more. It's hosting a couple of upcoming events: Screen-Free Celebration with Offline + Raleigh Raw + Relay Friday, May 3rd, 2019 5:30 p.m. ot 7:30 p.m. Free During First Friday, celebrate International … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Block Party at Raleigh Raw + Relay
Upcoming Workshops at the MakerLab with Durham County Library
The MakerLab is a place created by Durham County Library where community members can try out technologies like 3D printing, Cubelets, BeeBots, watercolor bot and much more, for free. The MakerLab is located at Northgate Mall, 1058 W Club Blvd, Durham, inside entrance 2. It's open whenever a program is scheduled. There's no charge to use the equipment, and there will be staff on hand to help … [Read more...] about Upcoming Workshops at the MakerLab with Durham County Library
New: Triangle on the Cheap Facebook group
Now you have a new way to keep in touch with Triangle on the Cheap, and with other locals who are interested in free and cheap things to do. In addition to the Triangle on the Cheap Facebook page, which isn't changing, we now also have a Triangle on the Cheap Community Facebook Group. The Facebook group will make it easier for you to communicate about free and cheap things to do and reach … [Read more...] about New: Triangle on the Cheap Facebook group
Free Cinnabon for nurses May 6-11
May 6th through May 11th, 2019, is Nurse Appreciate Week, and Cinnabon is showing its appreciation by offering all healthcare workers a MiniBon Roll or BonBites (4-ct.) for FREE at participating locations. Nurses just need to show their healthcare ID badge. This is a way to say thank you to nurses for all of their hard work and compassion. Just stop by any participating Cinnabon during … [Read more...] about Free Cinnabon for nurses May 6-11
First Friday at City Market–Art in the Market
Stop by City Market, 215 Wolfe Street, Raleigh, as part of your First Friday experience on Friday, May 3rd, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. At Art in the Market, enjoy music and visual art, and purchase food and drink or shop at City Market tenants, who will be open late for Friday Friday. Music: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Saxaphonist - Freddy Greene 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 … [Read more...] about First Friday at City Market–Art in the Market
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at 5 local bookstores
Celebrate independent bookstores at Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 27th, 2019. This day of appreciation is happening around the country. Here are some celebrations in the Triangle: Quail Ridge Books, Raleigh 4209 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh Independent Bookstore Day event at Quail Ridge Books April 27th, 2019 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free All day: Crafts and coloring for kids … [Read more...] about Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at 5 local bookstores
Free fencing class with Mid-South Fencers’ Club in Durham
Mid-South Fencers' Club, at 125 N. Gregson Street, Durham, offers occasional free classes to the community. Here are two that are coming up: Free Community Longsword Class Saturday, April 13th, 2019 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Age 14+ Fascinated with swords? Want to learn to wield one of the most iconic weapons in history? Come and experience the thrill of learning to wield the two-handed medieval … [Read more...] about Free fencing class with Mid-South Fencers’ Club in Durham
Music on the Porch: Rachel Baiman April 25 (at UNC)
The Center for the Study of the American South is committed to strong research and scholarship on the history, contemporary experience, diverse cultures, and global context of the South. As part of that commitment, it presents a free concert series, Music on the Porch, at Love House and Hutchins Forum, on Thursdays. 410 East Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. The Center also presents other events … [Read more...] about Music on the Porch: Rachel Baiman April 25 (at UNC)